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Alshehri FS, Bashmeil AA, Alamar IA, Alouda SK. The natural anticoagulant protein S; hemostatic functions and deficiency. Platelets 2024; 35:2337907. [PMID: 38602463 DOI: 10.1080/09537104.2024.2337907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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Protein S (PS) is a vital endogenous anticoagulant. It plays a crucial role in regulating coagulation by acting as a cofactor for the activated protein C (APC) and tissue factor pathway inhibitor (TFPI) pathways. Additionally, it possesses direct anticoagulant properties by impeding the intrinsic tenase and prothrombinase complexes. Protein S oversees the coagulation process in both the initiation and propagation stages through these roles. The significance of protein S in regulating blood clotting can be inferred from the significant correlation between deficits in protein S and an elevated susceptibility to venous thrombosis. This is likely because activated protein C and tissue factor pathway inhibitor exhibit low efficacy as anticoagulants when no cofactors exist. The precise biochemical mechanisms underlying the roles of protein S cofactors have yet to be fully elucidated. Nevertheless, recent scientific breakthroughs have significantly enhanced comprehension findings for these functions. The diagnosis of protein S deficiency, both from a technical and genetic standpoint, is still a subject of debate due to the complex structural characteristics of the condition. This paper will provide an in-depth review of the molecular structure of protein S and its hemostatic effects. Furthermore, we shall address the insufficiency of protein S and its methods of diagnosis and treatment.
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- Fahad S Alshehri
- Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Medicine Department, Haematology Division, King Faisal Medical City for Southern Region, Abha, Saudi Arabia
- Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Medicine Department, Haematology Division, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Medicine Department, Haematology Division, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Medicine Department, Haematology Division, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Applied Medical Science, Clinical Laboratory Department, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Teshigawara T, Meguro A, Takeuchi M, Ishido M, Soejima Y, Hirahara L, Kirino Y, Ohno S, Mizuki N. Replication Study of the Association of GAS6 and PROS1 Polymorphisms with Behçet's Disease in a Japanese Population. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2024; 32:447-453. [PMID: 37133403 DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2023.2173239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate whether polymorphisms of GAS6 and PROS1, which each encode protein ligands for a family of tyrosine kinase receptors, are associated with Behçet's disease (BD) in a Japanese population. METHODS We recruited 734 Japanese patients with BD and 1789 Japanese healthy controls. In all participants, we genotyped two single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) reportedly associated with BD: rs9577873 in GAS6 and rs4857037 in PROS1. RESULTS We found that GAS6 rs9577873 was not significantly associated with BD. In contrast, PROS1 rs4857037, specifically the A allele, was associated with increased risk for BD. The A allele was also significantly associated with BD under additive and recessive genetic models. Expression analysis revealed that this allele was significantly associated with increased PROS1 expression. CONCLUSIONS Our findings suggest that increased PROS1 expression related to the A risk allele of rs4857037 affects tyrosine kinase receptor signaling, contributing to the development of BD.
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- Takeshi Teshigawara
- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Advanced Medicine for Ocular Diseases, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Ophthalmology, Yokosuka Chuoh Eye Clinic, Yokosuka, Japan
- Department of Ophthalmology, Tsurumi Chuoh Eye Clinic, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Advanced Medicine for Ocular Diseases, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Advanced Medicine for Ocular Diseases, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Advanced Medicine for Ocular Diseases, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Stem Cell and Immune Regulation, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Stem Cell and Immune Regulation, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Stem Cell and Immune Regulation, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Advanced Medicine for Ocular Diseases, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
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Baroni M, Beltrami S, Schiuma G, Ferraresi P, Rizzo S, Passaro A, Molina JMS, Rizzo R, Di Luca D, Bortolotti D. In Situ Endothelial SARS-CoV-2 Presence and PROS1 Plasma Levels Alteration in SARS-CoV-2-Associated Coagulopathies. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:237. [PMID: 38398746 PMCID: PMC10890393 DOI: 10.3390/life14020237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Coagulation decompensation is one of the complications most frequently encountered in COVID-19 patients with a poor prognosis or long-COVID syndrome, possibly due to the persistence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the cardiovascular system. To date, the mechanism underlying the alteration of the coagulation cascade in COVID-19 patients remains misunderstood and the anticoagulant protein S (PROS1) has been described as a potential risk factor for complications related to COVID-19, due to PLpro SARS-CoV-2 enzyme proteolysis. METHODS Biopsies and blood samples were collected from SARS-CoV-2 positive and negative swab test subjects with coagulopathies (peripheral arterial thrombosis), and SARS-CoV-2 presence, ACE2 and CD147 expression, and plasmatic levels of PROS1 were evaluated. RESULTS We reported a significant decrease of plasmatic PROS1 in the coagulopathic SARS-CoV-2 swab positive cohort, in association with SARS-CoV-2 in situ infection and CD147 peculiar expression. These data suggested that SARS-CoV-2 associated thrombotic/ischemic events might involve PROS1 cleavage by viral PLpro directly in the site of infection, leading to the loss of its anticoagulant function. CONCLUSIONS Based on this evidence, the identification of predisposing factors, such as CD147 increased expression, and the use of PLpro inhibitors to preserve PROS1 function, might be useful for COVID-19 coagulopathies management.
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- Marcello Baroni
- Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology (SVEB), University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (M.B.); (P.F.)
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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- Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology (SVEB), University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (M.B.); (P.F.)
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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- Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy;
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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- Department of Medical Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy;
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- Department of Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy; (S.B.); (G.S.); (S.R.); (J.M.S.M.); (D.B.)
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Khattar G, Siddiqui FS, Grovu R, Baker SA, Sanayeh EB, Wei C, El Gharib K, Sattar SBA, Elsayegh D, El-Hage H, Sayegh SE, Chalhoub M, Mustafa A. The calcium-clot connection: investigating the association between primary hyperparathyroidism and acute venous thromboembolism. J Thromb Thrombolysis 2024; 57:220-225. [PMID: 37848627 DOI: 10.1007/s11239-023-02906-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023]
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Primary hyperthyroidism (PHPT) is a relatively uncommon disease and leads to increased calcium levels. Ionized calcium, known as clotting Factor IV, may lead to overt coagulation cascade activation, increasing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). National Inpatient Sample Database was used to sample individuals with primary hyperparathyroidism, and baseline demographics and comorbidities were collected using ICD-10 codes. Patients with missing data and age less than 18 were excluded. Moreover, patients with other types of hyperparathyroidism and risk factors for VTE, such as malignancy, thrombophilia, chronic kidney and liver disease, fractures, trauma, oral contraceptive/steroid use, and organ transplant, were excluded. Greedy propensity matching using R was performed to match patients with and without primary hyperparathyroidism on age, race, gender, and 10 other comorbidities, including chronic deep venous thromboembolism. Univariate analysis pre- and post-match were performed. Binary logistic regression was performed after matching to assess whether primary hyperparathyroidism was an independent risk factor for acute VTE. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Out of 460,529 patients included in the study, 1114 (6.5%) had PHPT. Baseline comorbidities were more common in the PHPT group. On univariate analysis, patients with PHPT were more likely to have acute VTE (2.5% vs. 1.4%; p < 0.001). After 1:1 matching, PHPT patients were twice as likely to have Acute VTE. (OR: 2.1 [1.08-4.1]; p < 0.025). These findings suggest an association between PHPT and VTE, which should be further investigated to prevent the increasing incidence of VTE and its recurrence.
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- Georges Khattar
- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA.
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, 475 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305, USA
- Department of Nephrology, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health, Staten Island, NY, USA
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Mwansa H, Zghouzi M, Barnes GD. Unprovoked Venous Thromboembolism: The Search for the Cause. Med Clin North Am 2023; 107:861-882. [PMID: 37541713 DOI: 10.1016/j.mcna.2023.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/06/2023]
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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common vascular disorder encompassing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). There is no data on global estimates of VTE prevalence and incidence. Most patients with unprovoked VTE require secondary thromboprophylaxis upon the completion of the primary treatment phase if they have no high bleeding risk. Risk prediction models can help identify patients at low VTE recurrence risk who may discontinue anticoagulation upon the completion of the primary treatment phase.
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- Hunter Mwansa
- Frankel Cardiovascular Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Frankel Cardiovascular Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Frankel Cardiovascular Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
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Fenclova T, Matyskova M, Provaznikova D, Marecek F, Geierova V, Kovarova-Kudrnova Z, Hrachovinova I. The impact of PROS1 mutation position on thrombotic risk in protein S-deficient patients. Res Pract Thromb Haemost 2023; 7:100194. [PMID: 37384225 PMCID: PMC10293767 DOI: 10.1016/j.rpth.2023.100194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023] Open
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Background Inherited protein S deficiency is a thrombophilic risk factor associated with venous thromboembolism. However, there is not much data on the impact of mutation position on thrombotic risk. Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the risk of thrombosis due to mutations located in the sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)-like region as opposed to the rest of the protein. Methods Genetic analysis of PROS1 was performed in 76 patients with suspected inherited protein S deficiency, and the effect of missense mutations present in the SHBG region on thrombosis risk was analyzed by statistical methods. Results We found 30 unique mutations (13 of them novel), of which 17 were missense mutations, in 70 patients. Patients with missense mutations were then divided into 2 groups: the "SHBG-region" mutation group (27 patients) and the "non-SHBG" group (24 patients). The multivariable binary logistic regression analysis showed that mutation position in the SHBG region of protein S is an independent risk factor for thrombosis in deficient patients (OR, 5.17; 95% CI, 1.29-20.65; P = .02). The patients with a mutation in the SHBG-like region also developed a thrombotic event at a younger age compared to the "non-SHBG" group in the Kaplan-Meier analysis (median thrombosis-free survival of 33 vs 47 years, respectively; P = .018). Conclusion Our findings show that a missense mutation located in the SHBG-like region may contribute to higher thrombotic risk rather than a missense mutation located elsewhere in the protein. However, as our cohort was relatively small, these findings should be taken with this limitation.
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- Tereza Fenclova
- First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
- Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, National Reference Laboratory for Disorders in Hemostasis, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, National Reference Laboratory for Disorders in Hemostasis, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, National Reference Laboratory for Disorders in Hemostasis, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, Centre for Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Thrombotic Centre of Institute of Medical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, General University Hospital, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, National Reference Laboratory for Disorders in Hemostasis, Prague, Czech Republic
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Perez GI, Bernard MP, Vocelle D, Zarea AA, Saleh NA, Gagea MA, Schneider D, Bauzon M, Hermiston T, Kanada M. Phosphatidylserine-Exposing Annexin A1-Positive Extracellular Vesicles: Potential Cancer Biomarkers. Vaccines (Basel) 2023; 11:vaccines11030639. [PMID: 36992223 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines11030639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023] Open
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Under physiological conditions, phosphatidylserine (PS) predominantly localizes to the cytosolic leaflet of the plasma membrane of cells. During apoptosis, PS is exposed on the cell surface and serves as an “eat-me” signal for macrophages to prevent releasing self-immunogenic cellular components from dying cells which could potentially lead to autoimmunity. However, increasing evidence indicates that viable cells can also expose PS on their surface. Interestingly, tumor cell-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) externalize PS. Recent studies have proposed PS-exposing EVs as a potential biomarker for the early detection of cancer and other diseases. However, there are confounding results regarding subtypes of PS-positive EVs, and knowledge of PS exposure on the EV surface requires further elucidation. In this study, we enriched small EVs (sEVs) and medium/large EVs (m/lEVs) from conditioned media of breast cancer cells (MDA-MB-231, MDA-MB-468) and non-cancerous cells (keratinocytes, fibroblasts). Since several PS-binding molecules are available to date, we compared recombinant proteins of annexin A5 and the carboxylated glutamic acid domain of Protein S (GlaS), also specific for PS, to detect PS-exposing EVs. Firstly, PS externalization in each EV fraction was analyzed using a bead-based EV assay, which combines EV capture using microbeads and analysis of PS-exposing EVs by flow cytometry. The bulk EV assay showed higher PS externalization in m/lEVs derived from MDA-MB-468 cells but not from MDA-MB-231 cells, while higher binding of GlaS was also observed in m/lEVs from fibroblasts. Second, using single EV flow cytometry, PS externalization was also analyzed on individual sEVs and m/lEVs. Significantly higher PS externalization was detected in m/lEVs (annexin A1+) derived from cancer cells compared to m/lEVs (annexin A1+) from non-cancerous cells. These results emphasize the significance of PS-exposing m/lEVs (annexin A1+) as an undervalued EV subtype for early cancer detection and provide a better understanding of PS externalization in disease-associated EV subtypes.
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- Gloria I Perez
- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- Cell and Molecular Biology Program, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- College of Natural Science, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- Lyman Briggs College, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
- College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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Cao W, Horzmann K, Schemera B, Petrofski M, Kendall T, Spooner J, Rynders PE, VandeBerg JL, Wang X. Blood transcriptome responses to PFOA and GenX treatment in the marsupial biomedical model Monodelphis domestica. Front Genet 2023; 14:1073461. [PMID: 36873954 PMCID: PMC9974665 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2023.1073461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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Introduction: Perfluoroalkyl and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are widely used in industrial and consumer products. Due to their environmental persistence and bioaccumulation, PFASs can be found in the blood of humans and wild animals all over the world. Various fluorinated alternatives such as GenX have been developed to replace the long-chain PFASs, but there is limited information about their potential toxicity. Methods:The current study developed blood culture protocols to assess the response to toxic compounds in the marsupial, Monodelphis domestica. After whole-blood culture conditions were tested and optimized, changes in gene expression in response to PFOA and GenX treatment were assessed. Results: More than 10,000 genes were expressed in the blood transcriptomes with and without treatment. Both PFOA and GenX treatment led to significant changes in the whole blood culture transcriptomes. A total of 578 and 148 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were detected in the PFOA and GenX treatment groups, 32 of which overlapped. Pathway enrichment analysis revealed that DEGs involved in developmental processes were upregulated after PFOA exposure, while those enriched for metabolic and immune system processes were downregulated. GenX exposure upregulated genes associated with fatty acid transport pathways and inflammatory processes, which is consistent with previous studies using rodent models. Discussion: To our knowledge, this study is the first to investigate the effect of PFASs in a marsupial model. The findings provide supportive evidence for significant transcriptomic alterations, suggesting that this mammalian model may provide a mechanism for exploring the potential toxicity of PFOA and GenX.
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- Wenqi Cao
- Department of Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States.,Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, Auburn University Center for Advanced Science, Innovation, and Commerce, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Department of Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Division of Laboratory Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Division of Laboratory Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Division of Laboratory Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Division of Laboratory Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Division of Laboratory Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
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- Department of Human Genetics, School of Medicine, South Texas Diabetes and Obesity Institute, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Brownsville, TX, United States
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- Department of Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States.,Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, Auburn University Center for Advanced Science, Innovation, and Commerce, Auburn, AL, United States.,HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, Huntsville, AL, United States
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Lansdell TA, Chambers LC, Dorrance AM. Endothelial Cells and the Cerebral Circulation. Compr Physiol 2022; 12:3449-3508. [PMID: 35766836 DOI: 10.1002/cphy.c210015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Endothelial cells form the innermost layer of all blood vessels and are the only vascular component that remains throughout all vascular segments. The cerebral vasculature has several unique properties not found in the peripheral circulation; this requires that the cerebral endothelium be considered as a unique entity. Cerebral endothelial cells perform several functions vital for brain health. The cerebral vasculature is responsible for protecting the brain from external threats carried in the blood. The endothelial cells are central to this requirement as they form the basis of the blood-brain barrier. The endothelium also regulates fibrinolysis, thrombosis, platelet activation, vascular permeability, metabolism, catabolism, inflammation, and white cell trafficking. Endothelial cells regulate the changes in vascular structure caused by angiogenesis and artery remodeling. Further, the endothelium contributes to vascular tone, allowing proper perfusion of the brain which has high energy demands and no energy stores. In this article, we discuss the basic anatomy and physiology of the cerebral endothelium. Where appropriate, we discuss the detrimental effects of high blood pressure on the cerebral endothelium and the contribution of cerebrovascular disease endothelial dysfunction and dementia. © 2022 American Physiological Society. Compr Physiol 12:3449-3508, 2022.
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- Theresa A Lansdell
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 48824, USA
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 48824, USA
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 48824, USA
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Schneider S, Reißig J, Weisbach V, Achenbach S, Strobel J, Hackstein H. Protein S Erlangen: a novel PROS1 gene mutation associated with quantitative protein S deficiency. Blood Coagul Fibrinolysis 2022; 33:224-227. [PMID: 34939974 DOI: 10.1097/mbc.0000000000001120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The members of a Caucasian family were genetically analyzed on suspicion of hereditary protein S deficiency. A novel mutation, c.1904T>C, associated with severe quantitative protein S deficiency was found. The novel PROS1 mutation was identified by sequencing of the PROS1 gene coding sequence. The identified c.1904T>C point mutation results in p.Phe635Ser amino acid exchange, which is located in the Laminin G-like 2 domain of protein S. Computational analysis indicates that this amino acid exchange affects the correct folding of the protein S antigen. Furthermore, this mutation is located in a region of the Laminin G-like 2 domain where changes in the amino acid sequence often result in decreased secretion. We postulate that the novel p.Phe635Ser mutation might lead to an incorrect folding, and thus, to a strongly impaired secretion of this protein S variant. We named this novel variant protein.
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- Sabine Schneider
- Department of Transfusion Medicine and Haemostaseology, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nurnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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Liang H, Xu C, Xu J. Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and dural arteriovenous fistula associated with protein S deficiency: a case series study. BMC Neurol 2022; 22:164. [PMID: 35501720 PMCID: PMC9059366 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-022-02693-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To describe the characteristics of patients with cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) and dural arteriovenous fistula (AVF) associated with protein S (PS) deficiency. METHODS We conducted a search of medical records in Hainan General Hospital from January 2000 to December 2020 for coexistence of CVST and dural AVF associated with PS deficiency and searched PubMed、Embase and Chinese biomedical databases (CBM) for all literature describing CVST and dural AVF with PS. We analyzed clinical characteristics, location, sequence of CVST and dural AVF, level of PS, therapeutic methods and prognosis. RESULTS We presented 1 patient in our hospital's database combined CVST and dural AVF associated with PS, plus 5 cases reported in literature. The most common symptoms were headache, generalized seizure, disturbance of consciousness. The most frequent location of CVST was at internal cerebral vein, while transverse sinus, sigmoid sinus, parietal region in dural AVF. Two patients developed dural AVF several months or years after CVST. Clinical characteristics and level of PS were summarized. CONCLUSION These findings alert physicians to consider PS deficiency in patients who suffer from CVST, especially those combined with dural AVF.
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- Hui Liang
- Department of Neurology, Hainan General Hospital, Hainan Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Supported by Hainan Province Clinical Medical Center, Haikou, China
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- Department of Urology, Hainan General Hospital, Hainan Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, China
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing Key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Wu T, Tang LV, Hu Y. Venous Thromboembolism in Kidney Diseases and Genetic Predisposition. KIDNEY DISEASES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 8:181-189. [PMID: 35702706 PMCID: PMC9149476 DOI: 10.1159/000523777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Many renal diseases have been associated with profound clinical effects on thrombosis. To our knowledge, patients with nephrotic syndrome (NS) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) display an elevated risk of vein thrombosis, which is among the common causes of mortality in patients with renal diseases. In addition, venous thrombosis, as a complication, has also been reported in a variety of other renal diseases such as glomerulonephritis without the NS, hypertensive nephropathy, and polycystic kidney disease. With the increasing incidence of kidney diseases and the deeper understanding of the disease, clinicians are becoming more and more aware of the complications of thrombus formation in kidney disease. SUMMARY We reviewed recent publications of vein thrombosis in kidney diseases, including primary and secondary glomerular diseases, CKD, hereditary kidney disease, renal transplantation, and hemodialysis-induced, catheter-related thrombus, focusing mainly on the main clinical manifestations, possible mechanisms, related risk factors as well as hereditary influencing factors. KEY MESSAGES Vein thrombosis is a complicated complication of a wide spectrum of kidney diseases due to different possible underlying mechanisms.
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Stanciakova L, Dobrotova M, Holly P, Zolkova J, Vadelova L, Skornova I, Ivankova J, Samos M, Bolek T, Grendar M, Danko J, Kubisz P, Stasko J. How can Secondary Thromboprophylaxis in High-Risk Pregnant Patients be Improved? Clin Appl Thromb Hemost 2022; 28:10760296211070004. [PMID: 35225706 PMCID: PMC8894622 DOI: 10.1177/10760296211070004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
Abstract
Low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) is suggested for thromboprophylaxis in
pregnant women with previous venous thromboembolism (VTE). Anyway,
there is only limited amount of studies evaluating the effect of LMWH on
hemostatic parameters during pregnancy of patients with previous VTE and the
need of secondary thromboprophylaxis. We therefore provide results of
prospective and longitudinal assessment of changes in hemostasis in high-risk
pregnant women at four times during pregnancy (T1–T4) and one time after the
postpartum period (T5) used for individualized modification of
thromboprophylaxis. In this study, the results of coagulation factor VIII
(FVIII) and protein S (PS) activity, ProC Global ratio and anti-Xa activity were
evaluated. Despite the thromboprophylaxis, an increased predisposition to
thromboembolic complications was detected (significant increase in FVIII
activity and decrease in PS function, ProC Global ratio not normalized even
after the postpartum period – p < .0001 between controls and
T5 for PS and ProC Global). These results indicate that hemostasis may not be
restored even 6 to 8 weeks after delivery and pose the question when is it safe
to withdraw the anticoagulant thromboprophylaxis in high-risk patients with
prior VTE.
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- Lucia Stanciakova
- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic.,Center of Immunology in Martin, s.r.o., Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine I., Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine I., Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- Laboratory of Bioinformatics and Biostatistics, Biomedical Center Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, 112842Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin, Slovak Republic.,Laboratory of Theoretical Methods, Institute of Measurement Science, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Karlova Ves, Slovak Republic
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 112842Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin and University Hospital in Martin, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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- National Center of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Comenius University in Bratislava, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Martin University Hospital, Martin, Slovak Republic
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Management of venous thromboembolism in pregnancy. Thromb Res 2022; 211:106-113. [DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2022.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2021] [Revised: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Rollins-Raval MA, Mitsios JV, Marlar RA. Cost-Effective Use of the Protein S Algorithm in Thrombophilia Testing. J Appl Lab Med 2022; 7:794-802. [DOI: 10.1093/jalm/jfab175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Abstract
Background
One of the most complex risk factors for the laboratory assessment of thrombophilia is Protein S (PS). The testing algorithm for PS employs the plasma-based assays of free PS antigen, total PS antigen, and PS activity creating a complex diagnostic scheme that can lead to misdiagnosis if incorrectly used, and a potential waste of resources and money.
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This paper compares the recently published evidence-based algorithm from the International Society for Hemostasis and Thrombosis (ISTH) with several commonly performed nonevidence-based testing schemes, to demonstrate the efficiency of the evidence-based algorithm for diagnostic efficiency with improved patient care and increased cost savings for the laboratory.
Summary
Significant savings (31%–60%) can be realized when the evidence-based algorithm is used in place of other testing modalities of initial PS activity testing (31%) or testing with all 3 assays simultaneously (60%). This study utilizing the PS testing evidence-based algorithm as part of a thrombophilia evaluation demonstrates that the appropriate testing methods can be used to limit wasteful practices while achieving the maximum level of information in this time of limited resources and need for increase monetary savings.
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- Marian A Rollins-Raval
- Department of Pathology, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, TriCore Reference Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM
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- Department of Pathology, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, TriCore Reference Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM
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Wang J, Yu C, Zhuang J, Qi W, Jiang J, Liu X, Zhao W, Cao Y, Wu H, Qi J, Zhao RC. The role of phosphatidylserine on the membrane in immunity and blood coagulation. Biomark Res 2022; 10:4. [PMID: 35033201 PMCID: PMC8760663 DOI: 10.1186/s40364-021-00346-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
Abstract
The negatively charged aminophospholipid, phosphatidylserine (PtdSer), is located in the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane in normal cells, and may be exposed to the outer leaflet under some immune and blood coagulation processes. Meanwhile, Ptdser exposed to apoptotic cells can be recognized and eliminated by various immune cells, whereas on the surface of activated platelets Ptdser interacts with coagulation factors prompting enhanced production of thrombin which significantly facilitates blood coagulation. In the case where PtdSer fails in exposure or mistakenly occurs, there are occurrences of certain immunological and haematological diseases, such as the Scott syndrome and Systemic lupus erythematosus. Besides, viruses (e.g., Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Ebola virus (EBOV)) can invade host cells through binding the exposed PtdSer. Most recently, the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been similarly linked to PtdSer or its receptors. Therefore, it is essential to comprehensively understand PtdSer and its functional characteristics. Therefore, this review summarizes Ptdser, its eversion mechanism; interaction mechanism, particularly with its immune receptors and coagulation factors; recognition sites; and its function in immune and blood processes. This review illustrates the potential aspects for the underlying pathogenic mechanism of PtdSer-related diseases, and the discovery of new therapeutic strategies as well.
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- Jiao Wang
- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China.
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai, 200444, China.
- Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, No. 5 Dongdansantiao, Beijing, 100005, China.
- Centre of Excellence in Tissue Engineering, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China.
- Beijing Key Laboratory of New Drug Development and Clinical Trial of Stem Cell Therapy (BZ0381), Beijing, China.
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Zhang W, Huang C, Zhou W. Rapid identification of a pathogenic variant of PROS1 in a thrombophilic family by whole exome sequencing: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e28436. [PMID: 34967380 PMCID: PMC8718207 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000028436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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RATIONALE Venous thrombosis remains a significant problem in modern days. Genetic factors contribute to a subset of patients with venous thrombosis. It is sometimes challenging to identify the underlying culprit in thrombophilic individuals based on traditional laboratory testing and Sanger sequencing. PATIENT CONCERNS A thrombophilic family presented with multiple venous thrombosis was examined. DIAGNOSES Molecular genetic analysis revealed a pathogenic missense variant of the PROS1 gene. Based on this finding and clinical manifestations, a final diagnosis of protein S deficiency was made. INTERVENTIONS Whole exome sequencing (WES) of the proband was performed to identify disease-causing variants. Subsequently, Sanger sequencing was performed to validate the variant in the affected members. OUTCOMES Using WES, we rapidly identified a proven pathogenic missense variant (c.1543C > T, p.Arg515Cys) in the sex hormone-binding globulin domain of PROS1, which was confirmed by Sanger sequencing. The decreased level and activity of protein S caused by the variant explained the phenotypes of the family. Patients received rivaroxaban as a long-term anticoagulation therapy and achieved a good prognosis. LESSONS Our study suggests WES as a rapid search strategy to identify the genetic factors underlying thrombophilic disorders. Patients with venous thrombosis caused by PROS1 mutations could receive rivaroxaban as the first choice of anticoagulation therapy.
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- Wenwen Zhang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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Amaratunga EA, Kamau J, Ernst E, Snyder R. A Rare Thrombophilic Occurrence: Dural Venous Sinus Thrombosis in a Patient with Significant Family History of Protein S Deficiency. Cureus 2021; 13:e13866. [PMID: 33859915 PMCID: PMC8040743 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.13866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Protein S is a potent anticoagulant that downregulates thrombin formation and is a vitamin K-dependent glycoprotein which is primarily synthesized in the liver. A deficiency in this protein or decreased activity, as seen in hereditary protein S deficiency, can lead to life-threatening thrombosis. Hereditary protein S deficiency is a rare disease as listed by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). It is known to cause venous as well as arterial thromboembolic events commonly occurring in the deep leg and pelvic veins. Dural venous sinus thrombosis is a rare consequence of protein S deficiency and is associated with a risk of increased morbidity and mortality. We report a case of dural venous sinus thrombosis in a patient with a family history of protein S deficiency in nine family members. A 53-year-old female presented to the ED with a three-day history of persistent left-sided headache, left facial numbness with tingling, and photophobia. She denied any visual disturbances, slurring of speech, and/or unilateral weakness. Some 10 years prior to this episode, she was placed on warfarin therapy for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of lower extremity, but she discontinued it after three years of treatment without consulting her treating physician. She was taking oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) for two years and discontinued one month ago. She has nine family members with protein S deficiency, but the patient was never screened for a hypercoagulable state. On admission, her vital signs were within normal limits. Pupils were round and reactive to light, neck was supple, there was a sensory deficit for pinprick on the left V2-V3 distribution, and remainder of the cranial nerves and neurologic examination was unremarkable. CT scan of the head demonstrated a hyper-density within the left transverse and sigmoid sinus suspicious for dural venous sinus thrombosis. This was confirmed by CT angiogram showing a filling defect throughout the transverse sinus and sigmoid sinus extending below the jugular bulb into the superior aspect of the jugular vein. Intravenous heparin and warfarin were initiated. As the patient had severe trypanophobia and IV heparin required frequent activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) monitoring, this was later changed to subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin and warfarin. Subsequent thrombosis panel showed a reduced protein S activity of 15% and low levels of total and free protein S antigens. She was discharged home with life-long warfarin therapy. In conclusion, cerebral dural venous sinus thrombosis is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition that can be seen in hereditary protein S deficiency. A high degree of suspicion in young females with worsening headache and neurologic signs and symptoms will help with timely diagnosis and management avoiding serious consequences. In a patient with a family history of thrombophilia, as seen in our patient, screening is important in order to confirm an underlying thrombophilic state. Such testing may have helped our patient regarding education on avoiding potential risk factors for thrombophilia and importance of treatment adherence.
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's University Health Network, Easton, USA
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's University Health Network, Easton, USA
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's University Health Network, Easton, USA
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Farooqui AA. Contribution of gut microbiota and multiple organ failure in the pathogenesis of COVID-19 infection. GUT MICROBIOTA IN NEUROLOGIC AND VISCERAL DISEASES 2021. [PMCID: PMC7974322 DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-821039-0.00014-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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COVID-19, which originated in Wuhan, China, has spread rapidly all over the world. An increasing number of COVID-19 cases are caused by human-to-human transmission via respiratory droplets, coughs, and sneezes. The symptoms of COVID-19 patients are heterogeneous, ranging from mild upper respiratory symptoms (fever, languidness, unstable walking, dry cough, fatigue, and respiratory symptoms) to severe pneumonitis and even acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) or death. COVID-19 invades human respiratory epithelial cells by binding with angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptors on human cell surfaces. Death in COVID-19 patients is caused by multiorgan function failure. In addition, systemic immune overactivation due to COVID-19 infection produces elevated expression of proinflammatory cytokines and chemokines, resulting in a so-called cytokine storm, a process that is an important factor in COVID-19 disease progression and multiple organ failure leading to death.
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Jiang YN, Muk T, Stensballe A, Nguyen DN, Sangild PT, Jiang PP. Early Protein Markers of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Plasma of Preterm Pigs Exposed to Antibiotics. Front Immunol 2020; 11:565862. [PMID: 33133078 PMCID: PMC7578346 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2020.565862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 08/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background: Most hospitalized preterm infants receive antibiotics in the first days of life to prevent or treat infections. Short-term, early antibiotic treatment may also prevent the microbiota-dependent gut inflammatory disorder, necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). It remains a challenge to predict NEC, and a few early blood diagnostic markers exist. Using preterm pigs as model for infants, blood parameters and plasma proteins affected by early progression of NEC were profiled in preterm pigs subjected to oral, systemic, or no antibiotics after preterm birth. Methods: Preterm newborn pigs were treated with saline (CON) or antibiotics (ampicillin, gentamicin, and metronidazole) given enterally (ENT) or parenterally (PAR), and fed formula for 4 days to induce variable microbiome-dependent sensitivities to NEC. The gut was collected for macroscopic scoring of NEC lesions and blood for hematology, blood biochemistry, and LC/MS-based plasma proteomics. Statistical modeling was applied to detect plasma proteins affected by NEC and/or antibiotics. Results: Analyzed across different antibiotic regimens, NEC progression was associated with altered blood parameters and abundance of 89 plasma proteins that were functionally involved in extracellular membrane destruction, lipid metabolism, coagulopathy, and acute phase response. Large NEC-related changes were observed in abundance of RBP4, FGA, AHSG, C5, PTPRG, and A-1-antichymotrypsin 2, indicating potential serving as early markers of NEC. Conversely, antibiotic treatment, independent of NEC, affected only 4 proteins with main differences found between ENT and CON pigs. Conclusion: Early postnatal development of NEC lesions is associated with marked plasma protein changes that may be used for early NEC diagnosis.
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- Yan-Nan Jiang
- School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Section for Comparative Paediatrics and Nutrition, University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Section for Comparative Paediatrics and Nutrition, University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Section for Comparative Paediatrics and Nutrition, University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Denmark.,Department of Neonatology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.,Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Section for Comparative Paediatrics and Nutrition, University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Denmark
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A novel rare c.-39C>T mutation in the PROS1 5'UTR causing PS deficiency by creating a new upstream translation initiation codon. Clin Sci (Lond) 2020; 134:1181-1190. [PMID: 32426810 DOI: 10.1042/cs20200403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Autosomal dominant inherited Protein S deficiency (PSD) (MIM 612336) is a rare disorder caused by rare mutations, mainly located in the coding sequence of the structural PROS1 gene, and associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism. To identify the molecular defect underlying PSD observed in an extended French pedigree with seven PSD affected members in whom no candidate deleterious PROS1 mutation was detected by Sanger sequencing of PROS1 exons and their flanking intronic regions or via an multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification (MLPA) approach, a whole genome sequencing strategy was adopted. This led to the identification of a never reported C to T substitution at c.-39 from the natural ATG codon of the PROS1 gene that completely segregates with PSD in the whole family. This substitution ACG→ATG creates a new start codon upstream of the main ATG. We experimentally demonstrated in HeLa cells that the variant generates a novel overlapping upstream open reading frame (uORF) and inhibits the translation of the wild-type PS. This work describes the first example of 5'UTR PROS1 mutation causing PSD through the creation of an uORF, a mutation that is not predicted to be deleterious by standard annotation softwares, and emphasizes the need for better exploration of such type of non-coding variations in clinical genomics.
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Functional recovery in multiple sclerosis patients undergoing rehabilitation programs is associated with plasma levels of hemostasis inhibitors. Mult Scler Relat Disord 2020; 44:102319. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2020.102319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Revised: 06/13/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Siebert AE, Mast AE. Platelet anticoagulant proteins: Modulators of thrombosis propensity within a procoagulant cell. J Thromb Haemost 2020; 18:2083-2086. [PMID: 32729671 PMCID: PMC7722139 DOI: 10.1111/jth.14995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/29/2020] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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- Versiti Blood Research Institute, Milwaukee, WI 53226
- Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Cleavage of proteoglycans, plasma proteins and the platelet-derived growth factor receptor in the hemorrhagic process induced by snake venom metalloproteinases. Sci Rep 2020; 10:12912. [PMID: 32737331 PMCID: PMC7395112 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-69396-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2020] [Accepted: 07/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Envenoming by viperid snakes results in a complex pattern of tissue damage, including hemorrhage, which in severe cases may lead to permanent sequelae. Snake venom metalloproteinases (SVMPs) are main players in this pathogenesis, acting synergistically upon different mammalian proteomes. Hemorrhagic Factor 3 (HF3), a P-III class SVMP from Bothrops jararaca, induces severe local hemorrhage at pmol doses in a murine model. Our hypothesis is that in a complex scenario of tissue damage, HF3 triggers proteolytic cascades by acting on a partially known substrate repertoire. Here, we focused on the hypothesis that different proteoglycans, plasma proteins, and the platelet derived growth factor receptor (PDGFR) could be involved in the HF3-induced hemorrhagic process. In surface plasmon resonance assays, various proteoglycans were demonstrated to interact with HF3, and their incubation with HF3 showed degradation or limited proteolysis. Likewise, Western blot analysis showed in vivo degradation of biglycan, decorin, glypican, lumican and syndecan in the HF3-induced hemorrhagic process. Moreover, antithrombin III, complement components C3 and C4, factor II and plasminogen were cleaved in vitro by HF3. Notably, HF3 cleaved PDGFR (alpha and beta) and PDGF in vitro, while both receptor forms were detected as cleaved in vivo in the hemorrhagic process induced by HF3. These findings outline the multifactorial character of SVMP-induced tissue damage, including the transient activation of tissue proteinases, and underscore for the first time that endothelial glycocalyx proteoglycans and PDGFR are targets of SVMPs in the disruption of microvasculature integrity and generation of hemorrhage.
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Dufendach KA, Seese L, Stearns B, Hickey G, Mathier M, Keebler M, Chen S, Sciortino CM, Thoma FW, Kilic A. Outcomes of left ventricular assist device implantation in hypercoagulable patients. J Card Surg 2020; 35:2201-2207. [PMID: 32720362 DOI: 10.1111/jocs.14710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to evaluate outcomes of left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) in patients who tested positive for hypercoagulable hematologic disorders. METHODS Adults undergoing continuous-flow LVAD implantation with preoperative hypercoagulability testing between 2004 and 2018 at a single center were reviewed. Hypercoagulability was defined as testing positive for antiphospholipid antibody, anticardiolipin antibody, lupus anticoagulant, protein C, protein S, factor V Leiden, and/or heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. The primary outcome was survival on the original LVAD. Secondary outcomes included rates of thromboembolic complications and readmission for intravenous heparin treatment. RESULTS A total of 270 LVAD patients with pre-implant hypercoagulability testing were included, and 157 (58%) tested positive for a hypercoagulable disorder. Of those testing positive, 10 (6.4%) had a clinical pre-LVAD history of thromboembolic events. Survival was comparable between hypercoagulable and non-hypercoagulable patients (1 year: 73.3% vs 78.9%, P = .2195, 2-year: 60.7% vs 62.8%, P = .3627). Rates of pump thrombosis (14.0% vs 13.3%, P = .8618), hemolysis (4.5% vs 3.5%, P = .3536), stroke (18.5% vs 14.2%, P = .3483) and readmission for IV heparin therapy (87.3% (n = 137) vs 77.9% (n = 88), P = .7560) were similar. Outcomes were comparable in patients with positive hypercoagulable tests when stratified by pre-implant clinical history of hypercoagulability as well as stratified by recent preoperative exposure to heparin or warfarin. CONCLUSIONS In this series, positive laboratory tests for hypercoagulability were common amongst patients undergoing LVAD implantation although few had positive clinical histories. Survival and freedom from thromboembolic complications were comparable to non-hypercoagulable patients. Hypercoagulability alone should therefore not serve as a contraindication to LVAD implantation.
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- Keith A Dufendach
- Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.,Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.,Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.,Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.,Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.,Heart and Vascular Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Di Bella A, Bruscino A, Alemanno G, Bergamini C, Prosperi P. Open abdomen management for massive intestinal infarction due to acute splanchnic venous thrombosis in a patient with protein S deficiency. A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2020; 72:122-126. [PMID: 32534415 PMCID: PMC7298329 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.05.076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2020] [Revised: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) refers to the sudden onset of intestinal hypoperfusion that can also result from splanchnic venous occlusion. The portomesenteric venous system (PMVS) is an unusual site of thrombosis in patients with protein S deficiency and its obstruction is a rare cause of AMI. Aim of this report is to illustrate a successful strategy in a case of massive small bowel infarction managed with an open abdomen (OA) approach. CASE PRESENTATION A 64 year-old woman presented to the emergency department with acute abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, diarrhea and vomiting. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) showed small bowel ischemia and the complete occlusion of all the PMVS branches. Surgery was performed with an OA approach and anticoagulation was immediately begun. Further workup revealed isolated protein S deficiency and history of atrophic gastritis. Thromboprophylaxis with warfarin was started on discharge and no recurrence of thrombotic events was recorded during the one-year follow-up. DISCUSSION PMVS thrombosis related to protein S deficiency is a rare condition that can rapidly lead to an acute abdomen. CECT is the gold standard, because it detects splanchnic thrombosis and its possible complications, like bowel ischemia. In case of surgery, a planned second-look operation is the best strategy to assess bowel viability and possible ischemic progression. CONCLUSIONS OA management plays a fundamental role in case of resection for bowel ischemia. Patients with thrombosis at an uncommon site should be further investigated for prothrombotic states.
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- Annamaria Di Bella
- Emergency Surgery Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy.
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy.
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy.
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy.
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy.
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Roeder HJ, Lopez JR, Miller EC. Ischemic stroke and cerebral venous sinus thrombosis in pregnancy. HANDBOOK OF CLINICAL NEUROLOGY 2020; 172:3-31. [PMID: 32768092 PMCID: PMC7528571 DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-444-64240-0.00001-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Maternal ischemic stroke and cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) are dreaded complications of pregnancy and major contributors to maternal disability and mortality. This chapter summarizes the incidence and risk factors for maternal arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) and CVST and discusses the pathophysiology of maternal AIS and CVST. The diagnosis, treatment, and secondary preventive strategies for maternal stroke are also reviewed. Special populations at high risk of maternal stroke, including women with moyamoya disease, sickle cell disease, HIV, thrombophilia, and genetic cerebrovascular disorders, are highlighted.
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- Hannah J Roeder
- Department of Neurology, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Neurology, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Neurology, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, United States; NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY, United States.
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Kim DK, Han D, Park J, Choi H, Park JC, Cha MY, Woo J, Byun MS, Lee DY, Kim Y, Mook-Jung I. Deep proteome profiling of the hippocampus in the 5XFAD mouse model reveals biological process alterations and a novel biomarker of Alzheimer's disease. Exp Mol Med 2019; 51:1-17. [PMID: 31727875 PMCID: PMC6856180 DOI: 10.1038/s12276-019-0326-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2019] [Revised: 06/20/2019] [Accepted: 07/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which is the most common type of dementia, is characterized by the deposition of extracellular amyloid plaques. To understand the pathophysiology of the AD brain, the assessment of global proteomic dynamics is required. Since the hippocampus is a major region affected in the AD brain, we performed hippocampal analysis and identified proteins that are differentially expressed between wild-type and 5XFAD model mice via LC-MS methods. To reveal the relationship between proteomic changes and the progression of amyloid plaque deposition in the hippocampus, we analyzed the hippocampal proteome at two ages (5 and 10 months). We identified 9,313 total proteins and 1411 differentially expressed proteins (DEPs) in 5- and 10-month-old wild-type and 5XFAD mice. We designated a group of proteins showing the same pattern of changes as amyloid beta (Aβ) as the Aβ-responsive proteome. In addition, we examined potential biomarkers by investigating secretory proteins from the Aβ-responsive proteome. Consequently, we identified vitamin K-dependent protein S (PROS1) as a novel microglia-derived biomarker candidate in the hippocampus of 5XFAD mice. Moreover, we confirmed that the PROS1 level in the serum of 5XFAD mice increases as the disease progresses. An increase in PROS1 is also observed in the sera of AD patients and shows a close correlation with AD neuroimaging markers in humans. Therefore, our quantitative proteome data obtained from 5XFAD model mice successfully predicted AD-related biological alterations and suggested a novel protein biomarker for AD. A protein newly implicated in Alzheimer’s disease could serve as a diagnostic biomarker or therapeutic target. A team led by Youngsoo Kim and Inhee Mook-Jung from Seoul National University, South Korea, analyzed all the proteins expressed in the hippocampus, the brain’s memory center, in mice with and without Alzheimer’s-like disease. They identified more than 1,400 proteins differentially expressed between the mouse model of Alzheimer’s and the normal mice. Among these were 36 secretory proteins that tended to increase their levels along with build-up of amyloid-beta, the protein found in clumps in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s. Many already had known links to Alzheimer’s, but the researchers also identified a novel protein called PROS1. Blood samples from Alzheimer’s patients also showed an increase in PROS1 levels, with a close correlation with amyloid-beta build-up in the brain.
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- Dong Kyu Kim
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Proteomics Core Facility, Transdisciplinary Research and Collaboration, Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Program for Bioengineering, Seoul National University, College of Engineering, Seoul, Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Genetic Engineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- LG Chem Life Science R&D Campus, Drug Discovery Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Institute of Human Behavioral Medicine, Medical Research Center, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Department of Neuropsychiatry, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. .,Interdisciplinary Program for Bioengineering, Seoul National University, College of Engineering, Seoul, Korea.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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Pan X, Liang P, Teng L, Ren Y, Peng J, Liu W, Yang Y. Study on molecular mechanisms of nattokinase in pharmacological action based on label-free liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. Food Sci Nutr 2019; 7:3185-3193. [PMID: 31660132 PMCID: PMC6804763 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.1157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2019] [Revised: 06/11/2019] [Accepted: 06/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading causes of premature death and disability in people around the world. Therefore, the prevention and treatment of CVDs has become an important subject. In this study, we verified the thrombolytic activities of a nattokinase-like protease named NK-01 in vivo. Label-free liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) technique was used in our study. NK-01 could inhibit the activity of coagulation factors though the up-regulation of proteinase C inhibitors and protein S. NK-01 also could inhibit the angiotensinogen conversion to AngII and promote the degradation of kininogen to reduce the blood pressure. In addition, NK-01 could increase the content of paraoxonase 1, which could prevent atherosclerosis. In our study, we found that NK-01 cloud effect some key proteins which participant in CVDs associated metabolic processes such as coagulation system, blood pressure, and atherosclerosis. Taken together, the underlying molecular mechanisms for the biological beneficial of NK-01 were investigated. Our proteomic study will provide further theoretical basis for application of NK in prevention or adjuvant treatment in biomedicine areas.
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- Xia Pan
- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
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- Shandong Ruiying Pioneer Pharmaceutical Co., LtdHezeChina
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and BiotechnologyQingdao National Laboratory for Marine Science and TechnologyQingdaoChina
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Genetics and Breeding, College of Marine Life SciencesOcean University of ChinaQingdaoChina
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Ziliotto N, Zivadinov R, Baroni M, Marchetti G, Jakimovski D, Bergsland N, Ramasamy DP, Weinstock-Guttman B, Straudi S, Manfredini F, Ramanathan M, Bernardi F. Plasma levels of protein C pathway proteins and brain magnetic resonance imaging volumes in multiple sclerosis. Eur J Neurol 2019; 27:235-243. [PMID: 31408242 DOI: 10.1111/ene.14058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2019] [Accepted: 08/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The involvement of protein C (PC) pathway components in multiple sclerosis (MS) has scarcely been explored. The aim was to investigate their levels in relation to clinical and neurodegenerative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) outcomes in patients. METHODS In all, 138 MS patients and 42 healthy individuals were studied. PC, protein S (PS) and soluble endothelial protein C receptor (sEPCR) were evaluated by multiplex assays and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Regression analyses between 3 T MRI outcomes and PC pathway components were performed. ancova was used to compare MRI volumes based on protein level quartiles. Partial correlation was assessed amongst levels of PC pathway components and hemostasis protein levels, including soluble thrombomodulin (sTM), heparin cofactor II (HCII), plasminogen activator inhibitor 1 (PAI-1) and factor XII (FXII). The variation of PC concentration across four time points was evaluated in 32 additional MS patients. RESULTS There was an association between PC concentration, mainly reflecting the zymogen PC, and MRI measures for volumes of total gray matter (GM) (P = 0.003), thalamus (P = 0.007), cortex (P = 0.008), deep GM (P = 0.009) and whole brain (P = 0.026). Patients in the highest PC level quartile were characterized by the lowest GM volumes. Correlations of PC-HCII, PC-FXII and sEPCR-sTM values were detectable in MS patients, whilst PC-PS and PS-PAI-1 correlations were present in healthy individuals only. CONCLUSIONS Protein C plasma concentrations might be associated with neurodegenerative MRI outcomes in MS. Several differences in correlation amongst protein plasma levels suggest dysregulation of PC pathway components in MS patients. The stability of PC concentration over time supports a PC investigation in relation to GM atrophy in MS.
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- N Ziliotto
- Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy.,Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center, Buffalo, NY, USA.,Neurology, State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Specialty Surgical Sciences, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, Ferrara University Hospital, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Specialty Surgical Sciences, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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Tarandovskiy ID, Buehler PW, Ataullakhanov FI, Karnaukhova E. C1-esterase inhibitor enhances thrombin generation and spatial fibrin clot propagation in the presence of thrombomodulin. Thromb Res 2019; 176:54-60. [PMID: 30784776 DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2019.02.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2018] [Revised: 01/29/2019] [Accepted: 02/11/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Package inserts for C1-esterase inhibitor (C1INH) products include warnings for an elevated risk of possible thrombosis in certain individuals, referring to thromboembolic events (TEEs) that were reported to occur after C1INH infusions. However, the mechanism(s) that could explain possible development of TEEs due to C1INH remains unknown. In this work, we evaluated plausible impact of C1INH on the protein C (PC) anticoagulant system. We performed thrombin generation (TG) assays (TGA) and analyzed spatial fibrin clot propagation using thrombodynamics in plasma of individual donors after the addition of thrombomodulin (TM) and C1INH. The addition of C1INH was consistent with the plasma concentrations resulting from doses currently approved for the HAE treatment up to ones consistent with off-label use in patients with risk of inflammation. 16 IU/ml of C1INH significantly enhanced thrombin peak (TP) generation in the presence of 12 and 15 nM TM. TG enhancement was observed by the addition of C1INH to make concentrations equal to 2 and 4 IU/ml in some donor plasmas. C1INH addition in the presence of TM enhanced the stop time of spatial clot growth in Thrombodynamics assay. A chromogenic activity assay demonstrated that C1INH inhibited PC activation by thrombin in the presence of TM. Substitution of TM with APC in TGA attenuated the TP enhancing effect of C1INH. The collective results of the present study suggest a concentration dependent C1INH interaction with the PC system. This study introduces a plausible TM-dependent mechanism, that may explain reported TEEs via suppressed production of APC in the presence of C1INH.
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- Ivan D Tarandovskiy
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Vascular Biology, Center for Biologics Evaluation Research, US Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United States.
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Vascular Biology, Center for Biologics Evaluation Research, US Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United States
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- Center for Theoretical Problems of Physicochemical Pharmacology, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina str., 4, Moscow 119334, Russia
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Vascular Biology, Center for Biologics Evaluation Research, US Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United States
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Anwar MA, Dai DL, Wilson‐McManus J, Smith D, Francis GA, Borchers CH, McManus BM, Hill JS, Cohen Freue GV. Multiplexed LC–ESI–MRM‐MS‐based Assay for Identification of Coronary Artery Disease Biomarkers in Human Plasma. Proteomics Clin Appl 2019; 13:e1700111. [DOI: 10.1002/prca.201700111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2017] [Revised: 12/07/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- The UVic‐Genome BC Proteomics CentreUniversity of Victoria Victoria British Columbia Canada
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- Providence Heart and Lung Institute and the James Hogg Research CenterSt. Paul's HospitalUniversity of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada
- Department of MedicineUniversity of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada
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- The UVic‐Genome BC Proteomics CentreUniversity of Victoria Victoria British Columbia Canada
- Department of Biochemistry and MicrobiologyUniversity of Victoria Victoria British Columbia Canada
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- NCE CECR PROOF Centre of Excellence Vancouver British Columbia Canada
- Department of Pathology and Laboratory MedicineUniversity of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada
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- The UVic‐Genome BC Proteomics CentreUniversity of Victoria Victoria British Columbia Canada
- Department of Pathology and Laboratory MedicineUniversity of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada
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- NCE CECR PROOF Centre of Excellence Vancouver British Columbia Canada
- Department of StatisticsUniversity of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada
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Bushehri A, Zare-Abdollahi D, Alavi A, Dehghani A, Mousavimikala M, Khorram Khorshid HR. Identification of PROS1 as a Novel Candidate Gene for Juvenile Retinitis Pigmentosa. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR MEDICINE 2019; 8:179-190. [PMID: 32489947 PMCID: PMC7241841 DOI: 10.22088/ijmcm.bums.8.3.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Homozygous mutations of PROS1, encoding vitamin K-dependent protein S (PS), have been reported so far to be associated with purpura fulminans, a characteristic fatal venous thromboembolic disorder. The current work for the first time reports the clinical phenotype in patients with juvenile retinitis pigmentosa harboring a novel likely pathogenic variant in thePROS1 gene. Whole-exome sequencing was performed on probands of a cohort with inherited retinal disease. Detailed phenotyping was performed, including clinical evaluation, electroretinography, fundus photography and spectral-domain optical coherence tomography. Analysis of whole-exome and Sanger sequencing led to the identification of a homozygous missense substitution (c.G122C:p.R41P) in PROS1 in affected individuals from two unrelated consanguineous families of Persian origin which had classic retinitis pigmentosa with no history of venous thromboembolic disorder. This variant was segregated, fully congruous with the phenotype in all family members. Consistently, none of 1000 unrelated healthy individuals from the same population carried the mentioned variant, according to Iranian national genome database (Iranome) and additional in-house exome control data. This study provides inaugural clinical traces for different role of PS as a ligand for TAM receptor-mediated efferocytosis at the retinal pigmented epithelium; the R41P variant may affect proper folding of PS needed for γ-carboxylation and extra-cellular secretion. That conformational change may also lead to defective apoptotic cell phagocytosis resulting in postnatal degeneration of photoreceptors.
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- Ata Bushehri
- Genetics Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Genetics Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Genetics Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
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Pentz K, Triplet JJ, Johnson DB, Umbel B, Baker TE. Nontraumatic Compartment Syndrome in a Patient with Protein S Deficiency: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect 2018; 8:e82. [PMID: 30601765 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.18.00055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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CASE Protein S deficiency, a hypercoagulable thrombophilia, often results in venous thromboembolism. Nontraumatic compartment syndrome in a patient with protein S deficiency has not been well publicized. Herein, we present a rare case of nontraumatic compartment syndrome of the hand and the thigh in a 48-year-old woman with a known history of protein S deficiency; emergency fasciotomies were needed. CONCLUSION Based on our patient and a review of the current literature, we advocate for a heightened awareness of compartment syndrome in patients with protein S deficiency.
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- Kyle Pentz
- Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, Ohio
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- Orthopedic Residency Program, OhioHealth Doctors Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Orthopedic Residency Program, OhioHealth Doctors Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Orthopedic Residency Program, OhioHealth Doctors Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Orthopedic Residency Program, OhioHealth Doctors Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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AL-Ghamdi MA, Huwait EA, Kumosani TA, Qari M, Moselhy SS, Kumosani AT. Serum proteins C and S levels as early biomarkers for kidney dysfunction in hemophilic patients. Afr Health Sci 2018; 18:681-688. [PMID: 30603001 PMCID: PMC6307028 DOI: 10.4314/ahs.v18i3.26] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Hemophilia is an inherited genetic disease characterized by the inability to coagulate blood after injury. The rationale of the current study was to evaluate serum proteins S and C and correlate to kidney function test in hemophilic patients for early diagnosis of abnormality in renal function. SUBJECTS AND METHODS This study was conducted on 80 males subjects divided into four groups. Group I: Control: Healthy subjects. Group II: Renal dysfunction (serum Creatinine >2mg/dl): Group III: Hemophilic patients. Group IV: Hemophilic patients with renal disorder. Serum urea, creatinine, sodium, potassium, protein C and protein S level were determined. RESUTS Protein C and S levels showed a significant decrease in hemophilic/and with renal dysfunction (P < 0.001, p<0.001). The level of plasma protein C and S levels were positively correlated with increased urinary albumin (P < 0.01). Urinary albumin was increased about 15 folds in hemophilic patients with renal dysfunction and nephrotic patients as compared with the control group. The cut-off value in 90% patients at the hemophilic patients with renal dysfunction 70%. Positive correlations were observed between urinary albumin (r=0.66), and creatinine (r=0.73). CONCLUSION These biomarkers showed good predictive values with regard to ROC-AUC (0.41 and 0.75 for Proteins C and S, respectively).
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- Maryam A AL-Ghamdi
- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Experimental Biochemistry Unit, King Fahad Medical Research center (KFMRC), Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Experimental Biochemistry Unit, King Fahad Medical Research center (KFMRC), Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Production of bio products for industrial applications research Group, KAU
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- Hematology Department, Faculty of Medical Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Experimental Biochemistry Unit, King Fahad Medical Research center (KFMRC), Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Bioactive Natural Products Research Group, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Blood Bank Transfusion Medicine, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah, National Guards, Jeddah, 21423
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Liu X, Liu Y, Zhao J, Liu Y. Screening of potential biomarkers in uterine leiomyomas disease via gene expression profiling analysis. Mol Med Rep 2018; 17:6985-6996. [PMID: 29568968 PMCID: PMC5928645 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2018.8756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2017] [Accepted: 08/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The present study aimed to screen potential biomarkers for uterine leiomyomas disease, particularly target genes associated with the mediator of RNA polymerase II transcription subunit 12 (MED12) mutation. The microarray data of GSE30673, including 10 MED12 wild-type myometrium, 8 MED12 mutation leiomyoma and 2 MED12 wild-type leiomyoma samples, were downloaded from the Gene Expression Omnibus database. Compared with myometrium samples, differently-expressed genes (DEGs) in the MED12 mutation and wild-type leiomyoma samples were identified using the Limma package. The two sets of DEGs obtained were intersected to screen common DEGs. The DEGs in the MED12 mutation and wild-type leiomyoma samples, and common DEGs were defined as group A, B and C. Gene Ontology (GO) and pathway enrichment analyses were performed using the Database for Annotation, Visualization and Integrated Discovery online tool. Based on the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes database, pathway relation networks were constructed. DEGs in GO terms and pathways were intersected to screen important DEGs. Subsequently, a gene co-expression network was constructed and visualized using Cytoscape software. Reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction was used to detect the expression levels of important DEGs. A total of 1,258 DEGs in group A were screened, and enriched for extracellular matrix (ECM) organization and ECM-receptor interaction. In addition, a total of 1,571 DEGs in group B were enriched for cell adhesion. Furthermore, 391 DEGs were involved in extracellular matrix organization. Pathway relation networks of group A, B and C were constructed with nodes of 48, 39, and 28, respectively. Finally, 135 important DEGs were obtained, including Acyl-CoA synthetase medium-chain family member 3, protein S (α) (PROS1) and F11 receptor. A gene co-expression network with 68 nodes was constructed. The expression of caspase 1 (CASP1) and aldehyde dehydrogenase 1 family member A1 (ALDH1A1) was significant higher in SK-UT-1 compared with that in PHM1-31 cells, while the expression of PROS1 was significant lower in SK-UT-1 cells. These results that CASP1, ALDH1A1 and PROS1 may be potential biomarkers for uterine leiomyomas. Furthermore, hematopoietic prostaglandin D synthase and carbonyl reductase 3 (CBR3) may be particular genes associated with the MED12 mutation in this disease.
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- Xuhui Liu
- Department of Gynaecology, Weifang Yidu Central Hospital, Weifang, Shandong 262500, P.R. China
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Weifang Brain Hospital in Shandong, Weifang, Shandong 261000, P.R. China
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- Department of Medical Record Information Section, The Chinese People's Liberation Army 89 Hospital, Weifang, Shandong 261021, P.R. China
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- Department of Gynecology, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang, Shandong 261041, P.R. China
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Dorsey A, Pilli VS, Fried H, Majumder R. Protein S: a Multifunctional Anticoagulant. BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH AND CLINICAL PRACTICE 2017; 2:10.15761/BRCP.1000151. [PMID: 30148214 PMCID: PMC6103620 DOI: 10.15761/brcp.1000151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- A'drianne Dorsey
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA-70112
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA-70112
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA-70112
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA-70112
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Tripodi A. Detection of procoagulant imbalance. Thromb Haemost 2017; 117:830-836. [DOI: 10.1160/th16-10-0806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2016] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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SummaryEach individual possesses his/her own endogenous-thrombin-potential (ETP) (i. e. the ability to generate thrombin) which depends on the relative strength of the pro- and anticoagulant drivers operating in plasma. This ability depends in turn on the clinical conditions in which the balance between the two drivers is variably affected. One of the major determinants of this balance is the factor (F)VIII-protein C(PC) axis and its effect can be conveniently explored by the thrombin generation procedures with results expressed as ETP ratio with/without thrombomodulin (TM) (ETP-TM ratio). Furthermore, owing to the many feedback mechanisms mediated by thrombin (e. g. activation of PC, FXI, FV, FVIII, platelets etc.) it is also possible that any perturbation of the balance between pro- and anticoagulants that may occur in plasma even outside the FVIII-PC axis could result in an increased ETPTM ratio and therefore may suggest a procoagulant imbalance. Indeed, other non-coagulation moieties (e. g. microparticles, neutrophil extracellular traps, pro-inflammatory cytokines and others) circulating in blood of patients with various clinical conditions may also contribute to the procoagulant imbalance even when FVIII and/or PC are apparently normal. It can be postulated that dual ETP measurements performed in the presence and absence of TM with results expressed as their ratio may be the candidate procedure to detect subtle procoagulant imbalance in many clinical conditions characterised by an increased risk of thromboembolism. This article aimed at reviewing the clinical conditions in which evidence for the value of the ETP-TM ratio has been provided.
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Activated protein C light chain provides an extended binding surface for its anticoagulant cofactor, protein S. Blood Adv 2017; 1:1423-1426. [PMID: 29296783 DOI: 10.1182/bloodadvances.2017007005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2017] [Accepted: 07/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Protein S anticoagulant cofactor sensitivity and PAR1 cleavage activity were assayed for 9 recombinant APC mutants.Residues L38, K43, I73, F95, and W115 on one face of the APC light chain define an extended surface containing the protein S binding site.
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Increased Circulating and Urinary Levels of Soluble TAM Receptors in Diabetic Nephropathy. THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PATHOLOGY 2017; 187:1971-1983. [PMID: 28668213 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajpath.2017.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2017] [Revised: 04/29/2017] [Accepted: 05/02/2017] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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TAM receptors (Tyro3, Axl, and Mer) have been implicated in innate immunity. Circulating TAM receptor soluble forms (sTyro3, sAxl, sMer) are related to autoimmune disorders. We investigated TAM and their ligand protein S in patients with diabetes. Urinary and plasma levels of protein S, sTyro3, sAxl, and sMer were determined in 126 patients with diabetes assigned to a normoalbuminuric or macroalbuminuric (urinary albumin excretion <30 mg/24 hours and >300 mg/24 hours, respectively) study group and 18 healthy volunteers. TAM and protein S immunostaining was performed on kidney biopsy specimens from patients with diabetic nephropathy (n = 9) and controls (n = 6). TAM expression and shedding by tubular epithelial cells were investigated by PCR and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay in an in vitro diabetes model. Patients with macroalbuminuria diabetes had higher circulating levels of sMer and more urinary sTyro3 and sMer than normoalbuminuric diabetics. Increased clearance of sTyro3 and sMer was associated with loss of tubular Tyro3 and Mer expression in diabetic nephropathy tissue and glomerular depositions of protein S. During in vitro diabetes, human kidney cells had down-regulation of Tyro3 and Mer mRNA and increased shedding of sTyro3 and sMer. Renal injury in diabetes is associated with elevated systemic and urine levels of sMer and sTyro3. This is the first study reporting excretion of sTAM receptors in urine, identifying the kidney as a source of sTAM.
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Janssen S, Schutz C, Ward AM, Huson MAM, Wilkinson RJ, Burton R, Maartens G, Wilkinson KA, Meijers JCM, Lutter R, Grobusch MP, Meintjes G, van der Poll T. Hemostatic Changes Associated With Increased Mortality Rates in Hospitalized Patients With HIV-Associated Tuberculosis: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Infect Dis 2017; 215:247-258. [PMID: 28363198 PMCID: PMC5439596 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiw532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2016] [Accepted: 10/28/2016] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Background Mortality rates remain high for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-associated tuberculosis, and our knowledge of contributing mechanisms is limited. We aimed to determine whether hemostatic changes in HIV-tuberculosis were associated with mortality or decreased survival time and the contribution of mycobacteremia to these effects. Methods We conducted a prospective study in Khayelitsha, South Africa, in hospitalized HIV-infected patients with CD4 cell counts <350/µL and microbiologically proved tuberculosis. HIV-infected outpatients without tuberculosis served as controls. Plasma biomarkers reflecting activation of procoagulation and anticoagulation, fibrinolysis, endothelial cell activation, matricellular protein release, and tissue damage were measured at admission. Cox proportional hazard models were used to assess variables associated with 12-week mortality rates. Results Of 59 patients with HIV-tuberculosis, 16 (27%) died after a median of 12 days (interquartile range, 0-24 days); 29 (64%) of the 45 not receiving anticoagulants fulfilled criteria for disseminated intravascular coagulation. Decreased survival time was associated with higher concentrations of markers of fibrinolysis, endothelial activation, matricellular protein release, and tissue damage and with decreased concentrations for markers of anticoagulation. In patients who died, coagulation factors involved in the common pathway were depleted (factor II, V, X), which corresponded to increased plasma clotting times. Mycobacteremia modestly influenced hemostatic changes without affecting mortality. Conclusions Patients with severe HIV-tuberculosis display a hypercoagulable state and activation of the endothelium, which is associated with mortality.
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- Saskia Janssen
- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Center of Tropical Medicine and Travel Medicine, Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Internal Medicine.,Center for Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and
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- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and
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- Center for Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and.,The Francis Crick Institute Mill Hill Laboratory, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and.,Khayelitsha Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town
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- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and.,The Francis Crick Institute Mill Hill Laboratory, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Experimental Vascular Medicine.,Department of Plasma Proteins, Sanquin Research, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Departments of Respiratory Medicine and Experimental Immunology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam
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- Center of Tropical Medicine and Travel Medicine, Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Clinical Infectious Diseases Research Initiative, Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of cape Town.,Department of Medicine, Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and.,Khayelitsha Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Center for Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Internal Medicine
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Alshaikh NA, Rosing J, Thomassen MCLGD, Castoldi E, Simioni P, Hackeng TM. New functional assays to selectively quantify the activated protein C- and tissue factor pathway inhibitor-cofactor activities of protein S in plasma. J Thromb Haemost 2017; 15:950-960. [PMID: 28211163 DOI: 10.1111/jth.13657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Essentials Protein S is a cofactor of activated protein C (APC) and tissue factor pathway inhibitor (TFPI). There are no assays to quantify separate APC and TFPI cofactor activities of protein S in plasma. We developed assays to measure the APC- and TFPI-cofactor activities of protein S in plasma. The assays were sensitive to protein S deficiency, and not affected by the Factor V Leiden mutation. SUMMARY Background Protein S plays an important role in the down-regulation of coagulation as cofactor for activated protein C (APC) and tissue factor pathway inhibitor (TFPI). Aim To develop functional assays to quantify the APC- and TFPI-cofactor activities of protein S in plasma. Methods APC- and TFPI-cofactor activities of protein S in plasma were measured using calibrated automated thrombography in protein S-depleted plasma supplemented with a small amount of sample plasma either in the presence of anti-TFPI antibodies and APC (APC-cofactor activity) or at excess full-length TFPI without APC (TFPI-cofactor activity). Total and free protein S levels in plasma were measured by ELISAs. Results Average APC-cofactor activities of protein S were 113%, 108% and 89% in plasma from normal individuals (n = 15), FV Leiden heterozygotes (n = 14) and FV Leiden homozygotes (n = 7), respectively, whereas the average APC-cofactor activity of protein S in plasma from heterozygous protein S-deficient individuals (n = 21) was significantly lower (55%). Similar trends were observed for the TFPI-cofactor activity of protein S, with averages of 109%, 115% and 124% in plasma from individuals with normal protein S levels and different FV Leiden genotypes, and 64% in plasma from protein S-deficient patients. APC-cofactor activities of protein S correlated significantly with free and total protein S antigen levels, whereas TFPI-cofactor activities correlated less with protein S antigen levels. Conclusion We have developed functional protein S assays that measure both the APC- and TFPI-cofactor activities of protein S in plasma, which are hardly if at all affected by the FV Leiden mutation.
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- N A Alshaikh
- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Thrombotic and Haemorrhagic Unit, Department of Medicine (DIMED), 5th Chair of Internal Medicine, University of Padua Medical School, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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Suchon P, Germain M, Delluc A, Smadja D, Jouven X, Gyorgy B, Saut N, Ibrahim M, Deleuze JF, Alessi MC, Morange PE, Trégouët DA. Protein S Heerlen mutation heterozygosity is associated with venous thrombosis risk. Sci Rep 2017; 7:45507. [PMID: 28374852 PMCID: PMC5379621 DOI: 10.1038/srep45507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2016] [Accepted: 02/27/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Hereditary Protein S (PS) deficiency is a rare coagulation disorder associated with an increased risk of venous thrombosis (VT). The PS Heerlen (PSH) mutation is a rare S501P mutation that was initially considered to be a neutral polymorphism. However, it has been later shown that PSH has a reduced half-life in vivo which may explain the association of PSH heterozygosity with mildly reduced levels of plasma free PS (FPS). Whether the risk of VT is increased in PSH carriers remains unknown. We analyzed the association of PSH (rs121918472 A/G) with VT in 4,173 VT patients and 5,970 healthy individuals from four independent case-control studies. Quantitative determination of FPS levels was performed in a subsample of 1257 VT patients. In the investigated populations, the AG genotype was associated with an increased VT risk of 6.57 [4.06–10.64] (p = 1.73 10−14). In VT patients in whom PS deficiency was excluded, plasma FPS levels were significantly lower in individuals with PSH when compared to those without [72 + 13 vs 91 + 21 UI/dL; p = 1.86 10−6, mean + SD for PSH carriers (n = 21) or controls (n = 1236) respectively]. We provide strong evidence that the rare PSH variant is associated with VT in unselected individuals.
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- P Suchon
- Laboratory of Haematology, La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France.,Institut National pour la Santé et la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Unité Mixte de Recherche en Santé(UMR_S) 1062, Nutrition Obesity and Risk of Thrombosis, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France
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- Sorbonne Universités, UPMC Univ. Paris 06, INSERM, UMR_S 1166, Team Genomics &Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Diseases, Paris, France.,ICAN Institute for Cardiometabolism and Nutrition, Paris, France
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- Université de Brest, EA3878 and CIC1412, 29238 Brest, France
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- Service d'hématologie biologique, AP-HP, Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou, Paris, France.,Université Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris Cité, France, Inserm UMR-S1140, Paris, France
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- INSERM, UMR-S970, Department of Epidemiology, Paris, France.,Université Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, Paris, France.,APHP, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, Department of Cardiology, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Universités, UPMC Univ. Paris 06, INSERM, UMR_S 1166, Team Genomics &Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Diseases, Paris, France.,ICAN Institute for Cardiometabolism and Nutrition, Paris, France
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- Laboratory of Haematology, La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France
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- Laboratory of Haematology, La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France.,Institut National pour la Santé et la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Unité Mixte de Recherche en Santé(UMR_S) 1062, Nutrition Obesity and Risk of Thrombosis, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France
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- Centre National de Génotypage, Institut de Génomique, CEA, 91057 Evry, France.,CEPH, Fondation Jean Dausset, Paris, France
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- Laboratory of Haematology, La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France.,Institut National pour la Santé et la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Unité Mixte de Recherche en Santé(UMR_S) 1062, Nutrition Obesity and Risk of Thrombosis, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France
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- Laboratory of Haematology, La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France.,Institut National pour la Santé et la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Unité Mixte de Recherche en Santé(UMR_S) 1062, Nutrition Obesity and Risk of Thrombosis, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France
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- Sorbonne Universités, UPMC Univ. Paris 06, INSERM, UMR_S 1166, Team Genomics &Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Diseases, Paris, France.,ICAN Institute for Cardiometabolism and Nutrition, Paris, France
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Lebreton A, Sinegre T, Pereira B, Lamblin G, Duron C, Abergel A. Plasma hypercoagulability in the presence of thrombomodulin but not of activated protein C in patients with cirrhosis. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2017; 32:916-924. [PMID: 27421039 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.13493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2016] [Revised: 07/03/2016] [Accepted: 07/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Cirrhosis significantly changes all hemostasis steps. Recent studies suggest that cirrhosis is associated with a coagulopathy leading to a hypercoagulable state. The underlying mechanisms are not fully understood, but protein C deficiency is probably a major determinant of this phenotype. The aim of this study was to compare the results of thrombin generation assays performed with addition of thrombomodulin or activated protein C to assess the effect of by-passing the protein C activation step in cirrhotic patients and healthy controls. METHODS Fifty-eight patients with cirrhosis and 26 healthy controls were prospectively included in this study. Thrombin generation was determined in platelet-poor plasma using 5 pM of tissue factor and 4 nM of phospholipids, without and with external addition of 1 nM thrombomodulin or 4 nM activated protein C. All results were normalized with the values of a pool of normal plasma samples to limit inter-plate variability. RESULTS When thrombin generation assays were performed in the presence of thrombomodulin, endogenous thrombin potential (ETP) and ETP with/ETP without TM ratio were significantly higher in cirrhotic patients than in healthy controls (P < 0.0001). Moreover, these values progressively increased with cirrhosis severity. When thrombin generation assays were performed with activated protein C, all thrombin generation parameters were comparable between healthy controls and cirrhotic patients, despite an acquired protein S deficiency. CONCLUSION In the presence of activated protein C, no hypercoagulability was observed, adding to the current evidence that acquired protein C deficiency plays a key role in the coagulation imbalance.
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- Aurélien Lebreton
- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Service d'Hématologie Biologique, Clermont-Ferrand, France.,INRA-Université d'Auvergne, UMR1019, Unité de nutrition humaine, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Service d'Hématologie Biologique, Clermont-Ferrand, France.,INRA-Université d'Auvergne, UMR1019, Unité de nutrition humaine, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Unité de Biostatistiques (Direction de la Recherche Clinique et de L'innovation), Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Service d'Hépato-Gastro-Entérologie, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Service d'Hépato-Gastro-Entérologie, Clermont-Ferrand, France.,Université d'Auvergne, UMR CNRS 6284, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Service d'Hépato-Gastro-Entérologie, Clermont-Ferrand, France.,Université d'Auvergne, UMR CNRS 6284, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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Venous thromboembolism, usually entailing deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or both, is a complex and multifactorial disorder, in which a number of putative conditions interplay and finally contribute to propel the individual risk over a certain degree, so ultimately culminating in the development of venous occlusive disorders. Thrombophilia is commonly defined as a propensity to develop venous thromboembolism on the basis of an underlying hypercoagulable state attributable to inherited or acquired disorders of blood coagulation or fibrinolysis. The thrombophilic conditions are conventionally classified as inherited (or genetically determined) and acquired. The former include deficiencies of natural anticoagulants such as antithrombin, protein C, protein S, increased values of clotting factors (especially factor VIII), as well as prothrombotic polymorphisms in genes encoding for factor V (i.e., factor V Leiden) and prothrombin. The latter conditions mainly entail antiphospholipid antibody syndrome, malignancy, acquired elevations of coagulation factors or acquired reduction of natural inhibitors, or hyperhomocysteinemia. Deepened knowledge of all potential risk factors, as well as the clear understanding of their role in the pathophysiology of venous thrombosis, are both essential to help achieve a faster and more efficient diagnosis of this condition as well as a more effective prophylaxis of patients at higher risk and treatment of those with manifest disease.
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- Section of Clinical Biochemistry, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Section of Clinical Biochemistry, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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Kou YF, Shah G, Mitchell R, Myers LL. Unusual presentation of a midline neck mass. EAR, NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL 2016; 94:E36-8. [PMID: 25606845 DOI: 10.1177/014556131509400105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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- Yann-Fuu Kou
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, TX, USA
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Negreva M, Georgiev S, Vitlianova K. Decreased Activity of the Protein C Anticoagulant Pathway in the Early Hours of Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation. Clin Appl Thromb Hemost 2016; 23:793-799. [PMID: 27313201 DOI: 10.1177/1076029616654262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Increased coagulation activity has been established in paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF), but data on the anticoagulant system are scarce. PURPOSE To examine the protein C anticoagulant pathway in the early hours of the disease. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty-one patients (26 men and 25 women; mean age 59.84 ± 1.60 years) and 52 controls (26 men and 26 women; mean age 59.50 ± 1.46 years) were selected for the study. Protein C antigen and its activity, total protein S, free protein S and its activity, soluble forms of endothelial protein C receptor (sEPCR), and thrombomodulin (sTM) were examined in the plasma. RESULTS The indicators were studied in patients between the 2nd and the 24th hour after the onset of arrhythmia. Levels of protein C were significantly elevated in patients compared to controls (111.40% ± 6.66% vs 94.83% ± 4.47%; P = .039). Protein C activity showed significant reduction in PAF (73.13% ± 5.80% vs 103.3% ± 3.80%; P < .001). Total protein S levels did not differ significantly (108.20% ± 4.07% vs 102.40% ± 3.65%; P = .30). Free protein S (76.81% ± 6.01% vs 122.10% ± 3.97%; P < .001) and its activity (71.39% ± 6.27% vs 119.50% ± 6.54%; P < .001) were reduced in patients. Higher levels of sEPCR (203.10 ± 10.33 vs 133.10 ± 7.37 ng/mL; P < .001) and sTM (6.50±0.40 vs 4.48±0.28 ng/mL; P < .001) were measured in PAF. CONCLUSION Protein C activity is reduced still in the first hours (until the 24th hour) of PAF clinical manifestation, determining reduced activity of the anticoagulant pathway as a whole. The established low levels of free protein S and its activity as well as low sEPCR and sTM levels are a possible explanation of the changes in protein C activity.
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- Mariya Negreva
- 1 First Clinic of Cardiology, Varna University Hospital "St. Marina," Varna, Bulgaria
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- 2 Second Clinic of Cardiology, Varna University Hospital "St. Marina," Varna, Bulgaria
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Huson MAM, Kalkman R, Hoogendijk AJ, Alabi AS, van 't Veer C, Grobusch MP, Meijers JCM, van der Poll T. Impact of HIV infection on the haemostatic response during sepsis and malaria. Br J Haematol 2016; 173:918-26. [PMID: 26970408 DOI: 10.1111/bjh.14006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2015] [Accepted: 01/03/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
Abstract
Patients positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are more susceptible to sepsis and malaria, two conditions known to activate the coagulation system. As chronic HIV infection also influences haemostatic mechanisms, we determined the influence of HIV co-infection on coagulation, anticoagulation and the endothelium during sepsis or malaria. We performed a prospective observational study in 325 subjects with or without HIV infection (103 with sepsis, 127 with malaria and 95 asymptomatic controls) in an HIV endemic area in Central Africa. We measured plasma biomarkers indicative of activation of distinct haemostatic mechanisms. Sepsis and malaria had similar effects with elevated markers of coagulation, reduced anticoagulation markers and activation of endothelium. In particular, asymptomatic HIV infection reduced the plasma levels of the anticoagulant co-factor free protein S, and increased activation of the vascular endothelium, which were not normalized by combination antiretroviral therapy. HIV co-infection during sepsis and malaria caused more profound changes in free protein S and von Willebrand factor in sepsis and malaria, and ADAMTS13 in sepsis, while not influencing sepsis- or malaria-induced coagulation activation. These results show for the first time that HIV infection augments selective haemostatic changes during sepsis and malaria, which may contribute to the enhanced morbidity of these conditions in HIV patients.
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- Michaëla A M Huson
- Centre of Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre of Tropical Medicine and Travel Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre des Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné, Lambaréné, Gabon
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- Centre of Tropical Medicine and Travel Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre des Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné, Lambaréné, Gabon
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- Centre of Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Centre des Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné, Lambaréné, Gabon
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- Centre of Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Centre of Tropical Medicine and Travel Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre des Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné, Lambaréné, Gabon.,Institute of Tropical Medicine, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Experimental Vascular Medicine, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Plasma Proteins, Sanquin Research, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Centre of Experimental and Molecular Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Machado C, Melo Salgado J, Monjardino L. The unexpected finding of a splenic infarction in a patient with infectious mononucleosis due to Epstein-Barr virus. BMJ Case Rep 2015; 2015:bcr-2015-212428. [PMID: 26607191 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2015-212428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
Abstract
The authors present a case of a 24-year-old man with infectious mononucleosis (IM) due to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Among his symptoms, he reported abdominal pain in the upper left quadrant. An abdominal ultrasound and CT revealed an extensive splenic infarction. During the acute stage of this disease, the thrombophilic screening revealed reduced free protein S and elevated factor VIII, with normalisation on re-evaluation 6 weeks later. Splenic infarction is a very rare complication of IM due to EBV but should be considered in patients presenting abdominal pain. A hypercoagulability state should be investigated. To our knowledge, this is the first described case of a splenic infarction in a patient with IM due to EBV associated with a transient reduction of protein S and elevation of factor VIII. Thus, this work promotes the importance of including these factors in the thrombophilic screening conducted during the investigation of similar cases.
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- Catarina Machado
- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital de Santo Espírito da Ilha Terceira, Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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- Unidade de Saúde da Ilha Terceira-Centro de Saúde de Angra do Heroísmo, Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital de Santo Espírito da Ilha Terceira, Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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